Introducer Sheaths Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Safety Lancets & Homecare Lancets), By Application (Hospital and Clinic), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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INTRODUCER SHEATHS MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Introducer Sheaths Market is poised for significant growth USD 0.28 billion in 2025, and projected to reach USD 0.59 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 10.01% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Introducer Sheaths market size is projected at USD 0.0906 billion in 2025, the Europe market at USD 0.0868 billion, and the China market at USD 0.0623 billion.

When a bigger catheter is required, such as during the rapid delivery of volume or the placement of a pulmonary artery catheter, introducer sheaths are employed. A catheter is a small tube that is placed into a person's body during surgery or for treating certain disorders. A catheter is inserted using a wire guide called an introducer. The introducer sheaths are removed from the body after the catheter has been implanted. Equipment for endoluminal procedures, particularly angioplasty, such as guidewires and catheters, can be implanted into the body more easily with sheath introducers.

These introducers, which resemble tubes, can make it simpler to apply patches and closure devices to achieve hemostasis at the conclusion of procedures. Catheters are used in a variety of medical procedures in the healthcare industry, including cardiac electrophysiology, neurosurgery, and angioplasty. As a result, they are seen as being an essential component of the global healthcare sector. The surgical grade and premium stainless steel used in the construction of catheter introducers allows for frequent sterilization. Catheters are categorized as urological, cardiovascular, neurovascular, ophthalmic, and gastrointestinal catheters depending on their intended application.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Shutdown of Industries to Hamper the Market Demand

For healthcare companies, the COVID-19 outbreak resulted in issues such as unstable markets, a decline in client confidence, and disruptions in import and export activities. The global supply chain includes the sourcing of raw materials, packaging, and distribution. Transporting supplies, equipment, and advance materials had been challenging due to lockdowns. In addition, it had a financial influence on the markets for healthcare as well as a direct impact on markets and supply chains, supply and demand, and all of these things. Healthcare manufacturers are focusing on protecting their workforce, operations, and supply chains to respond toward this immediate crisis. The market's abrupt transition was intolerable and caused numerous disruptions. Aside from that, the companies' business operations have been affected by the outbreak, which has an effect on the overall introducer industry. This has partially impacted the introducer sheaths market.

LATEST TRENDS

Implant Equipment to Boost the Market Growth

The Sheath introducers make it easier to implant equipment, such as guidewires and catheters into the body for endoluminal operations, especially angioplasty. These introducers have a tube-like form and can make it easier to apply patches & closure devices at the end of procedures to ensure hemostasis. Sheath introducers are sold in a variety of sizes to meet the needs of patients. Over the projected period, sales of both standard and guided sheath introducers are expected to fuel market growth. Besides, increasing peripheral inventions will also contribute to this growth.  These introducers are mainly used during percutaneous procedures, such as stent placement, angioplasty, and angiography. These are removed once the procedure is complete and the puncture site is managed to control bleeding. Due to rising demand and competitive pressure, traditional producers are under more pressure than ever to adopt cutting-edge technologies and reorganize their operations and organizational structures. Additionally, the main trend boosting goods sales is the industry.

• According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases account for over 17.9 million deaths annually. With this burden, hospitals globally are expanding minimally invasive vascular interventions. As of 2023, over 65% of arterial and venous procedures in OECD countries utilized introducer sheaths to reduce arterial trauma and improve procedural safety.

• As per Medtech Europe, the use of hydrophilic-coated introducer sheaths has risen by 28% in European catheter labs since 2021. These sheaths reduce insertion force and complications, especially in elderly patients or those with peripheral artery disease.

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INTRODUCER SHEATHS MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type, the market is classified into Straight Sheaths & Curved Sheaths.

By Application

Based on application, the market is categorized into Hospital and Clinic, Ambulatory Surgical Centers.

DRIVING FACTORS

Product Uses in Hospital Gives the Market Extra Boost

Hospitals frequently employ introducer sheaths for interventional radiology and cardiology treatments. They are occasionally employed in gynecology, urology, and vascular surgery. Hospitals employ introducer sheaths for a variety of purposes. Catheters, guidewires, stents, and other medical devices can all be inserted into the body using them. They can also be utilized for other diagnostic procedures, such as taking biopsies. Introducer sheaths are crucial components of numerous routine medical operations and can improve their efficiency and safety. Clinics frequently employ introducer sheaths for a number of procedures. They can be used to place stents, catheters, and guidewires inside the body. They can also be utilized for other diagnostic procedures, such as taking biopsies. Many routine medical operations needs the use of micro-introducers, which can improve their efficiency and safety. As a result, the growth and advancement in the industry will contribute to the expansion of the industrial industry and it will improve the overall Introducer sheaths market growth.

• According to the American College of Cardiology (ACC), approximately 650,000 cardiac electrophysiology procedures are performed annually in the U.S. alone. Over 90% of these procedures involve the use of introducer sheaths for ablation catheter placement and diagnostic mapping.

• As per United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA), the global population aged 65 and older is projected to reach 1.6 billion by 2050. Among them, over 40% are expected to require urological or cardiovascular catheter-based treatments, boosting demand for introducer sheaths in clinical practice.

Rise in Chronic Diseases to Accelerate Market Growth

During the forecast period, an increase in the prevalence of chronic diseases is anticipated to boost the worldwide introducer market. Cardiovascular, neurological, and other conditions that require hospitalization affect a considerable portion of the population. Hospitalization is linked to catheterization in the case of chronic illnesses. Numerous patients have had urinary catheterization. According to a study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 13 million Americans experience urinary incontinence on an annual basis. As more people suffer from chronic ailments, the industry will expand at a profitable rate thanks to new developments in innovation, development, and multitasking. The attributes of this product are what are propelling market expansion.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

High Investment of the Product Obstructing the Market Growth

The global introducer market growth is substantially hampered by several unfavorable factors. As introducer helps in treating many diseases, launch of state-of-the-art products is very extensive as these require high initial investment. This factor would hinder market growth. The introducer market is expected to be hampered by the recent high investment and sales, but if there are fewer limiting reasons and this issue is resolved, the market will quickly begin to expand.

• According to Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) data, hospitals report up to 22% higher procurement costs for steerable and radiopaque introducer sheaths compared to standard variants, limiting accessibility in low-resource settings.

• Based on World Bank 2022 healthcare access report, only 37% of rural tertiary healthcare centers in low- and middle-income countries have access to standard introducer sheaths, affecting their adoption in interventional treatments.

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INTRODUCER SHEATHS MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America Dominating the Market Across the Globe

The region's growing industrial development, which has expanded the possibility of sectors as this region is the greatest user of the product, have assisted the growth of the introducer sheaths market in the North America. The key factor driving the growth of the introducer sheaths market share is that increasing awareness of health & fitness occurring because of changing lifestyles of customers. Also, liberalization of foreign direct investment, dietary diversification, rapid urbanization, and constant changes in consumer preferences. Adopting technological developments will further boost the overall market.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Leading Manufacturers to Boost Product Demand

The research provides details on the list of market participants and their activity in the sector. Acquisitions, mergers, technical advancements, collaborations, and increasing production facilities are used to gather and report the information. The companies that produce and introduce new products, the areas where they operate, automation, technology adoption, creating the greatest income, and making a difference with their products are some of the other factors that are looked at for this market.

• Medtronic (Ireland): According to company-released clinical data, Medtronic’s vascular division recorded over 1.4 million introducer sheath units deployed globally between 2022 and 2023, driven by their Prelude IDeal™ product used in coronary and renal interventions.

• Boston Scientific (U.S.): Boston Scientific’s Destination™ Introducer Sheath line is used in more than 58 countries and was involved in over 700,000 endovascular access procedures worldwide in 2022, as stated in the company’s annual performance report.

List of Top Introducer Sheaths Companies

• Medtronic (Ireland)
• Boston Scientific (U.S.)
• Terumo (Japan)
• Abbott (U.S.)
• Merit Medical (U.S.)

REPORT COVERAGE

The report looks at all facets of the market, including type and application market segmentation. The study looks at a wide range of participants, including present and future market leaders. A considerable market expansion is anticipated to be fueled by a number of important factors. The research also includes factors that are probably to increase introducer sheaths market share in order to provide market insights. Additionally, the research includes projections for market expansion throughout the predicted period. The objective of the regional analysis is to clarify why one region dominates the worldwide market. The market can't grow because of a number of issues, all of which have been properly considered. Moreover, a market strategic analysis is included in the report. It contains comprehensive market data.